Primer on D&O Liability Exposures and Insurance Coverages

Directors and officers of corporations face constantly increasing and evolving liability. Directors and officers have exposures at common law for breach of fiduciary duty in the context of mismanagement claims, while D&Os of public companies may also face liability for violations of the federal securities laws.

Panel discussions include:

•D&Os’ Fiduciary Duties and the Business Judgment Rule

•Statutory Obligations including Federal Securities Laws

•Risk Management, Corporate Indemnification and D&O Insurance

•Special Considerations of D&O Claims Handling